Fairfax County Shelters

Artemis House

Artemis House offers a safe,
confidential location and supportive counseling to individuals and
their children who are fleeing family violence situations.

Emergency Shelters

Fairfax County has six emergency
shelters for individuals and families who are homeless. These shelters are operated by
community nonprofit organizations under contract with the county. The
shelters have additional capacity during winter months to take in
people overnight who are at risk of hypothermia.